2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Palio | 159 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |